Noko Island
能古島
A historic island in Hakata Bay famous for seasonal flower displays, ancient ruins, and a 10-minute ferry ride from the city.
What it is
- A 12-kilometer island in Hakata Bay first mentioned in literature in 731 AD.
- Shirahige Shrine on the island enshrines Sumiyoshi Okami and Empress Jingu.
- A former Edo period deer hunting ground and home to ancient burial mounds.
- The final residence of writer Kazuo Dan during his later years.
What to see
- Extensive fields of rapeseed, cherry blossoms, and cosmos flowers throughout the year.
- Ancient Yayoi period pottery and kofun burial mounds located across the island.
- A historic climbing kiln used for producing traditional Noko-yaki pottery.
- Yara Cape where Sakimori guards were stationed during the Nara period.
Getting there
- Take a 10-minute ferry ride from Meinohama Port to reach the island.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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